Heritage Breeds

Standard Bronze Turkey

Heritage breeds are traditional livestock breeds that were raised by farmers in the past, before the drastic reduction of breed variety caused by the rise of industrial agriculture. Heritage breeds are often in danger of becoming extinct because they lost favor with commercial producers, who look for limited traits. Genetic diversity is the key to agricultural survival.Preserving heritage breed animals and heirloom plant varieties means leaving healthier ecosystems for future generations.Thank you for being a part of the movement to strengthen diversified, environmentally sustainable agriculture.

Gloucester Old Spot Piglets

For more information: American Livestock Breeds Conservancy www.albc-usa.org